Below are the results of the recent survey on the reopening of Goodrington and Churston Stations. Results are based on 405 responses.
- Do you feel that the transport infrastructure in Torbay and South Devon is sufficient?
- Do you often find yourself caught in traffic on the Brixham Road (A3022)
- What methods of transport do you use on a regular basis?
(respondents could pick more than one answer)
- How do you get to work/school?
(respondents could pick more than one answer)
- How far do you travel to work/school or for shopping?
- Where do you travel to for work/school?
Note: 3% of respondents travel to Churston for work and 4% are retired, both of which come under 'Other'.
- What improved transport links would you like to see in Torbay?
- Other suggestions included:
- Nothing
- Better parking
- Improved road infrastructure
- Footpaths
- How often do you use local stations?
- Would you be supportive of the line being reopened?
- If no, why not?
Key reasons given:
- Concerned about the impact on the Steam Railway
- Improving buses would be sufficient
- Would need to include a service to Brixham
- Do you think the reopening of this line we relieve pressure around Churston school at drop off and pick up times?
- Do you think reopening this line would boost tourism in the area?
- If you own a business locally, would your business benefit from the reopening of this line? Please let us know the name of your business in the comments below.
- Based on 133 responses
- If the line was reopened, what would you use it for?
(respondents could pick more than one choice)
- Do you have any further comments?
Key responses:
- Cycle routes are also required/should be implemented in conjunction with
- Would improve access
- Would be good for the local economy
- Would encourage tourism
- Worried about the impact on the steam railway
- Extend to Kingswear
- Improve buses
